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cupidity

UK/kjuː'pɪdɪtɪ/US/kju:'piditi/
GREC2

Definitions

n.

Strong greed for money or possessions

贪婪,贪财

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
cuptake, seize, hold
+
idconnector
+
itystate, quality, condition
=cupidity
Root cap still carries 163 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His cupidity drove him to pursue wealth at any cost.

  • 2.

    Excessive cupidity often leads to dishonest behavior.

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